At UP YER AIRTS it’s all about putting on events that YOU want to see. We want to hear your ideas so we can help you make them a reality. If you want an event to LOVE to see happen, we’ll support you to DO IT YOURSELF.
The DIY Fund
What is it?
THE DIY FUND IS OPEN
Got a Creative Idea? Let’s Make It Happen.
Are you a young person aged 15-25 in Dumfries & Galloway with a creative spark? Got an idea that’s been buzzing in your head – a song you want to write, an event you want to run, a film you want to make, a skill you’ve been dying to learn, or something totally out there?
This is your chance to make it real.
The DIY Fund is here to help you explore your creativity your way. You can apply for up to £500 to support your idea, and you’ll have six months from May to early November 2026 to plan, create, experiment and bring it to life with support from the Up Yer Airts team.
There are six places available on the programme this year.
At the end of your project, you’ll send us a short report (written/video/whatever works for you) to tell us what you did, what you learned, and how it went.
How to apply:
Please fill out the 2026 application form available at: DIY Fund Application Form 2026 – Fill in form
Deadline to apply: 12th April 2026
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a short online chat the following week, and final decisions will be shared by the end of that week.
No formal experience needed. Just ideas, passion, and a bit of DIY spirit.
Applications are open now. Got questions? Drop us a line, we’re here to help.
If you want to apply in a different way, please do let us know.
What will Up Yer Airts fund?
We are really flexible with what we will fund, so if you’re unsure it’s best to ask us. Some examples of what you might want to do could be:
- Record a single with your band.
- Put on an event ( a gig, an exhibition, a fundraiser, a rave)
- Make a piece of Art
- Make a film/documentary
- Rent a piece of equipment to help you create something
- Research an idea you want to build on
- THE LIST GOES ON!
